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Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a golf course, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. This hotel also features a vending machine and bike parking.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Hillside Motel.
Make yourself at home in one of the 25 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
With a stay at Hillside Motel in Saint John (Island View), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Reversing Falls Rapids and 6 minutes from Saint John Trade and Convention Centre. This golf hotel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Irving Nature Park and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Bay Ferries.
What's nearby
Moosehead Brewery Ltd.(1.2 miles)
Lancaster Crossing(1.3 miles)
Wolastoq Park(1.5 miles)
Fallsview Park(1.9 miles)
Reversing Falls Rapids(1.9 miles)
Stonehammer UNESCO Global Geopark(2.2 miles)
Carleton Martello Tower(2.3 miles)
Dominion Park(2.8 miles)
Hilton Belyea Arena(2.8 miles)
Dominion Park Beach(2.8 miles)
Place Fort La Tour(3 miles)
Bay Ferries(3.1 miles)
Lord Beaverbrook Rink(3.1 miles)
Irving Nature Park(3.2 miles)
Fort Howe(3.3 miles)
The preferred airport for Hillside Motel is Saint John, NB (YSJ)(18.3 miles)
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Non-Smoking Rooms
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Barber/Beauty Shop
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Designated Smoking Area
Moosehead Brewery Ltd. (1.2 miles)
Lancaster Crossing (1.3 miles)
Wolastoq Park (1.5 miles)
Fallsview Park (1.9 miles)
Reversing Falls Rapids (1.9 miles)
Stonehammer UNESCO Global Geopark (2.2 miles)
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603 ft²
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1194 ft²
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1194 ft²
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1194 ft²
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603 ft²
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Based on 432 verified reviews
Business
5%
Couple
38%
Family
31%
Group
10%
Solo
12%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across reviews, Hillside Motel is described as a basic, older property where cleanliness and maintenance are inconsistent, rooms feel dated, and amenities are limited—including reports of no air conditioning in some units.
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Across reviews, Hillside Motel is described as a basic, older property where cleanliness and maintenance are inconsistent, rooms feel dated, and amenities are limited—including reports of no air conditioning in some units.
Many guests highlight welcoming, helpful service and occasional free upgrades, while others cite booking mix ups, surprise charges, absent reception, or unprofessional interactions. The location is convenient for the ferry and city sights, generally quiet, and some rooms offer pleasant bay views. Overall, expect a no frills stopover that prioritizes convenience over modern comforts.
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Amenities are limited; several reviews note missing in room basics like a kettle or coffee maker and hair dryer, and some rooms lack A/C. Some rooms include simple kitchenettes.
Marlene
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Katurah
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Paula
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gianni
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
shirley
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Philip
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Phillip
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
prinisha
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Laura
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Frederick
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Cleanliness is inconsistent: multiple reports of dirty floors, strong odors, pests, and stained linens, contrasted with others finding rooms clean.
Mélisande
Jul 18, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Gennadiy
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gianni
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jessica
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sandra
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Habib
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Phillip
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Patricia
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Joshua
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Magali
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Rooms are dated and basic, with mixed bed comfort and some functional quirks like limited bathroom outlets and small or cramped showers. Several mention quiet rooms and pleasant views, and some units lack air conditioning.
Tracy
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
george
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
JF
Aug 4, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Paula
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Serge
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jessica
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ray
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
David
Jul 10, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Laura
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Darlene
Sep 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Service feedback is mixed: many praise the friendly, accommodating owner and occasional upgrades, while others report booking errors, surprise fees, absent reception, and unprofessional behavior.
Elsie
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cyril
Jul 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Linda
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jean
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Katurah
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
fayssal
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Anjan
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cheryl
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Greta
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Frederick
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Convenient for the ferry and city sights in a generally quiet residential area, with multiple mentions of pleasant views. One review notes some neighborhood decay.
Manom
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Martine
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gennadiy
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Kimberly
Sep 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Serge
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Coach
Jun 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
David
Jul 10, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Sue
Sep 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cheryl
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Frederick
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Not enough information in reviews.
Marlene
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
shirley
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Anjan
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Phillip
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Laura
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Mary
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Stéphane
Jul 22, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Hollie
Jul 8, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Marc
Jul 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Ashlea or Ryan
Jun 22, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Free self-parking is available on-site. Extended parking incurs a fee of CAD 12 per night.
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of CAD 29.75 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 29.75. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
The property is located in Saint John (Island View), just a 3-minute drive from Reversing Falls Rapids and 5 minutes from Irving Nature Park. It is approximately 3.6 miles from Bay Ferries and 4 miles from Saint Joseph's Hospital.
Children 10 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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Designated Smoking Area
Self Laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
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